This vintage 1940s Leonidas is a classic military-style wristwatch from a brand with deep roots in Swiss horology. Featuring a sturdy steel case, crisp Arabic numerals, and a striking red seconds hand, it captures the rugged elegance of timepieces worn during the mid-century era.
Powering this watch is the reliable A. Schild Caliber 1194, a 17-jewel manual-wind movement known for its durability and precision—ideal for the practical demands of military or field use.
Leonidas, founded in 1841 in Saint-Imier, Switzerland, was respected for its chronographs and robust tool watches. In 1964, the brand merged with Heuer, forming the Heuer-Leonidas company that would go on to create some of the most iconic sports watches in history, including models that paved the way for the modern TAG Heuer lineup.
Freshly serviced and ready to wear, this Leonidas is more than a watch—it’s a piece of the lineage that connects vintage Swiss craftsmanship to the golden age of motorsport and military precision.
This vintage 1940s Leonidas is a classic military-style wristwatch from a brand with deep roots in Swiss horology. Featuring a sturdy steel case, crisp Arabic numerals, and a striking red seconds hand, it captures the rugged elegance of timepieces worn during the mid-century era.
Powering this watch is the reliable A. Schild Caliber 1194, a 17-jewel manual-wind movement known for its durability and precision—ideal for the practical demands of military or field use.
Leonidas, founded in 1841 in Saint-Imier, Switzerland, was respected for its chronographs and robust tool watches. In 1964, the brand merged with Heuer, forming the Heuer-Leonidas company that would go on to create some of the most iconic sports watches in history, including models that paved the way for the modern TAG Heuer lineup.
Freshly serviced and ready to wear, this Leonidas is more than a watch—it’s a piece of the lineage that connects vintage Swiss craftsmanship to the golden age of motorsport and military precision.
